14 Alarming Connections Between Termites and Climate Change: Environmental Scientists' Growing Concerns

9.Colony Size Fluctuations

Termite colony numbers and population dynamics in diverse ways are being impacted by changing climate conditions. While some colonies are expanding because of longer breeding seasons and more food availability, others are suffering with habitat disturbance and severe storms. With major consequences for ecosystem balance and pest management policies, research shows that climate-related stress can produce colony size changes of up to 200% compared to historical averages.